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Germany’s Foreign Investment Outlook in 2026: Still Attractive, but Under Pressure
Germany remains one of Europe’s most important destinations for international investment, supported by its large domestic market, political stability, public safety and strong research and innovation base. Yet, in 2026, the country faces a growing challenge:...
EU Commission seeks to boost competitiveness, decarbonisation and energy independence through electrification and ETS reform
The European Commission has presented an Electrification Action Plan and proposed a review of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), aiming to strengthen Europe's competitiveness, accelerate the clean energy transition and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels....
EU Commission Sets Out Measures to Strengthen Banking Sector and Support Growth
The European Commission has outlined a series of measures aimed at making the European Union's banking sector more integrated, competitive and capable of supporting economic growth. The proposals, set out in a Communication on the competitiveness of the EU banking...
The Netherlands in 2026: Balancing Global Competitiveness with Strategic Investment Protection
The Netherlands continues to strengthen its position as one of the world's leading destinations for international business. Two recent developments illustrate this evolving landscape: the country's rise in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking and the planned...
EU launches Action Plan on Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
The European Commission has presented a new Action Plan aimed at strengthening the European Union's cybersecurity capabilities in response to the rapid development of advanced artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative seeks to address the growing cybersecurity...
EU unveils new tax simplification package to reduce compliance burdens for businesses
In June 2026, the European Commission presented a new tax simplification package aimed at making the European Union's direct tax framework easier to navigate for businesses operating across borders. The package consists of two legislative proposals: the Taxation...
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